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Underwater shot of two snorkelers swimming at the surface over some blue fish and orange coral. Text overlay reads, Take only memories, Leave only bubbles.

Last updated on: August 28, 2020 By: Sarah Dungan

Why You Shouldn’t Touch Coral, Fish or Other Sea Life While Snorkeling

There you are, gliding through cool tropical water on a sunny day. Your mask isn't leaking, your snorkel is comfortable, and there's a beautiful coral reef a few feet below you. Fish of all shapes and sizes abound, and then you see it... A sea turtle has come up right beside you! All you have to do is reach out with your hand and... Stop! I know it can be tempting to reach out and pet that sea turtle swimming next to you, or to pick up that cool-looking seashell you spied. Humans are not … [Read more...] about Why You Shouldn’t Touch Coral, Fish or Other Sea Life While Snorkeling

Filed Under: Eco-Travel, Marine Science, Snorkeling Tagged With: 2019, coral reefs, marine life, snorkeling technique

Underwater photo of red and yellow corals with several species of reef fish.

Last updated on: August 28, 2020 By: Sarah Dungan

A Quick Guide to Eco-Snorkeling Tours

What to look for and recommendations (operators, programs, locales) How did you come to love snorkeling? If your first time snorkeling is coming up, what made you decide to try it? Was it to check out the beauty of coral reefs first-hand while you still have the chance? Or perhaps it was to see a whale shark with your own two eyes? I bet your reasons for choosing snorkeling have at least something to do with experiencing the majesty of ocean ecosystems and sea life. That was … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide to Eco-Snorkeling Tours

Filed Under: Eco-Travel, Snorkeling Tagged With: 2019, coral reefs, marine life

Close up underwater photo of a sea turtle with text overlay: Does your snorkel tour put ocean conservation first?

Last updated on: August 28, 2020 By: Sarah Dungan

Ethical Snorkeling: Does Your Snorkel Tour Put Ocean Conservation First?

One quick test to find out if your snorkeling tour operator deserves your business! The world seems to get more complicated every year, doesn’t it? When it comes to the choices we make as consumers, it’s stressful to always be wondering if we are making the healthiest, most ethical choices. How was my seafood caught? Were the workers who made my new jeans paid and treated fairly? Do I need to worry about pesticides on these fresh berries? The same kinds of questions also apply to … [Read more...] about Ethical Snorkeling: Does Your Snorkel Tour Put Ocean Conservation First?

Filed Under: Eco-Travel, Snorkeling Tagged With: 2019, coral reefs, marine life

Overhead drone photo of several snorkelers on a coral reef.

Last updated on: August 28, 2020 By: Sarah Dungan

Responsible Snorkeling: 10 Tips for a Safe and Sustainable Trip

So, you’ve got a nice tropical vacation lined up and you’re hoping to fit in some snorkeling. Who among us water lovers wouldn’t? But now you’re reading the news and learning about the latest scientific report on the dire state of the world’s oceans. Perhaps you’re wondering, is snorkeling contributing to this degradation? Are all those hundreds of thousands of tourists visiting coral reefs each year just making things worse? Every day, more folks are becoming mindful about the … [Read more...] about Responsible Snorkeling: 10 Tips for a Safe and Sustainable Trip

Filed Under: Eco-Travel, Marine Science, Snorkeling Tagged With: 2019, coral reefs, marine life, snorkeling technique

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